SAMAWA vs Marsimio
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SAMAWA
Discover and shop for over 10,000 authentic fragrances from international, Arabian, niche, and designer brands. Enjoy competitive prices, free UAE delivery on orders over AED 200, and worldwide shipping for a seamless luxury scent experience.
- 10K+ authentic fragrances
- International, Arabian, niche, designer brands
- Omnichannel e-commerce platform
- Best prices on the market
- Free UAE delivery over AED 200
- Worldwide shipping
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Samawa Perfumes Dubai stands as a trailblazer in the UAE, revolutionizing the perfume industry with our online-first omnichannel e-commerce platform. We are dedicated to providing an unparalleled shopping experience, offering a diverse range of authentic fragrances that cater to every preference. With a commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, Samawa Perfumes has established itself as a trusted name in the world of luxury scents. Our app offers a seamless and enriching shopping journey. Explore over 10K+ authentic fragrances from international, Arabian, niche, and designer brands all in one place. Enjoy the convenience of shopping all brands under one roof. Benefit from the best prices on the market, and take advantage of our free and fast UAE delivery on orders over AED 200. Plus, we offer worldwide shipping, ensuring you can enjoy our exquisite scents no matter where you are. Download now and elevate your fragrance experience with Samawa Perfumes!
Marsimio
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MARSIMIO — Your online store for everything you need A wide selection of products in one place: original and inspired perfumes, oud, bakhoor and attar, fragrance oils and musk, clothing and shoes, accessories, and beauty and personal care products — with an elegant, effortless shopping experience, reliable delivery, and support that actually replies. ◆ Many categories, one store Browse dozens of categories and move between them with ease. Every product is shown with its photos, full details, and available options — sizes, volumes and colours — and a clear price with no hidden fees or surprises at checkout. ◆ Search and find fast Search by name, brand or category and narrow the results to reach what you want in seconds. Save anything you like to your wishlist and come back to it whenever you want. ◆ Track your order in real time From order confirmation through preparation and shipping until it reaches your door, you always know your order status and payment status at every stage. A complete history of your past orders and invoices stays available to you anytime. ◆ Earn points with every purchase Each purchase earns points that convert into real credit you can use on your next orders. The more you spend, the higher you climb through membership tiers, unlocking permanent discounts on every order and higher point multipliers. ◆ Ten themes to choose from Switch the entire look of the app between ten elegant themes — Royal, Ocean, Midnight, Emerald, Sunset and more — and make the experience truly yours. ◆ Your account in one place Manage your orders, saved addresses, wishlist and notifications from a single place. You can also request a product we don't currently stock, and verify your product's authenticity by scanning its code. ◆ Support that replies Chat directly with our customer service team from inside the app, with the option to attach photos. Instant notifications keep you updated on your order and on our latest offers. ◆ Secure sign-in, privacy respected Sign in with your email or with Apple in a single tap. Your data is protected and never shared, and you can permanently delete your account and data at any time from within the app — no need to contact us. Our categories: Luxury and inspired perfumes · Oud, bakhoor and attar · Fragrance oils and musk · Clothing · Shoes · Accessories · Beauty and personal care Download the app and start shopping today.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Marsimio at every 3 days against SAMAWA's every 2 months. SAMAWA's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
SAMAWA ships an update every 2 months, Marsimio every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SAMAWA | Marsimio |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (62 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 62 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 51 MB | 10 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Samawa Trading Co. LLC | Hamad Mohamed Alshehhi |
In-app purchases
SAMAWA
No in-app purchases
Marsimio
No in-app purchases









